<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Belt Buckles Blog Articles by Lone Star Challenge Coins</title> <atom:link href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/category/belt-buckle-articles/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link></link> <description>The #1 Source for High Quality Challenge Coins</description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 01:49:52 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4</generator> <image> <url>https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Lonestar-Coins-Favicon-02.svg</url> <title>Belt Buckles Blog Articles by Lone Star Challenge Coins</title> <link></link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>The Benefits of Custom Belt Buckles for Your Brand or Business</title> <link>https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/the-benefits-of-custom-belt-buckles-for-your-brand-or-business/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Aaron Landez]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 18:03:17 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Belt Buckle Articles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[challenge coin]]></category> <category><![CDATA[challenge coin etiquette]]></category> <category><![CDATA[custom challenge coin]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/?p=6339</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>If you’re looking for a classy, stylish, and fun way to take your brand awareness to the next level, you should consider custom belt buckles. Unlike a pen, they aren’t ordinary novelty promotional items. With complete creative control and the excellent quality you’ll get from Lone Star Challenge Coins, they are a great way to […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/the-benefits-of-custom-belt-buckles-for-your-brand-or-business/">The Benefits of Custom Belt Buckles for Your Brand or Business</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com">Lone Star Challenge Coins</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <div data-elementor-type="wp-post" data-elementor-id="6339" class="elementor elementor-6339" data-elementor-post-type="post"> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b0b3e1c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="b0b3e1c" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-63a5f5e" data-id="63a5f5e" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-d005dc0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="d005dc0" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> If you’re looking for a classy, stylish, and fun way to take your brand awareness to the next level, you should consider custom belt buckles. Unlike a pen, they aren’t ordinary novelty promotional items. With complete creative control and the excellent quality you’ll get from Lone Star Challenge Coins, they are a great way to set your business apart. </p> <p>Here are just a few reasons why you’d want custom belt buckles Texas folks endorse:</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7ad3728 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="7ad3728" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1dcf2a0" data-id="1dcf2a0" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-4618fa4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading" data-id="4618fa4" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="heading.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-large">Brand Awareness with a Custom Belt Buckle </h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4028e4b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="4028e4b" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1e229e0" data-id="1e229e0" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-92f60d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="92f60d9" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> Awareness for your brand can come from many places, especially clothing like custom hats, shirts, and others with printed logos. However, with everybody making custom hats and shirts these days, an excellent way to stand out would be to go against the curve. A tasteful belt buckle that stands out is a much better conversation starter than the everyday logo-stamped clothing we regularly see.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-400c672 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="400c672" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-19565a9" data-id="19565a9" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-5ee98a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading" data-id="5ee98a0" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="heading.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-xl">Sleek & Stylish </h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7836d7e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="7836d7e" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fdbe3fc" data-id="fdbe3fc" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-5a2d83b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="5a2d83b" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> Custom belt buckles are also a great way to demonstrate your personal style alongside your brand. With complete design control, your custom belt buckle will become your favorite stylish accessory that improves any outfit.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5b2daf6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="5b2daf6" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bcf6552" data-id="bcf6552" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-e5dbd20 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading" data-id="e5dbd20" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="heading.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-large">Functional & Decorative </h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4280e4e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="4280e4e" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-485297b" data-id="485297b" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-7a977ae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="7a977ae" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> Not only does a custom belt buckle serve the dual purpose of being a stylish fashion accessory and promoting your brand, but it also makes a great decoration. A beautiful custom belt buckle will look great on your dresser, mantle, or wherever you’d like to place it when you’re not wearing it.</p> Custom belt buckles are a perfect way to spruce up your brand awareness, personal style, and home all at once. Call Lone Star Challenge Coins if you’re ready to start creating custom belt buckles for your brand. We are prepared to help you put your style out front. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5582e91 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="5582e91" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-89bb132" data-id="89bb132" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-e2201e7 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button" data-id="e2201e7" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="button.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="elementor-button-wrapper"> <a class="elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-lg" href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/belt-buckles/"> <span class="elementor-button-content-wrapper"> <span class="elementor-button-icon"> <i aria-hidden="true" class="fas fa-angle-right"></i> </span> <span class="elementor-button-text">Start Designing Your Custom Belt Buckle</span> </span> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <p>The post <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/the-benefits-of-custom-belt-buckles-for-your-brand-or-business/">The Benefits of Custom Belt Buckles for Your Brand or Business</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com">Lone Star Challenge Coins</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Custom Belt Buckles for Firefighters</title> <link>https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/custom-firefighter-belt-buckles/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Corbin Elliott]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:46:12 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Belt Buckle Articles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Firefighters]]></category> <category><![CDATA[custom belt buckle]]></category> <category><![CDATA[custom firefighter buckles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fireman belt buckles]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/?p=6091</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Victorious _ Lone Star Challenge Coins _ Keyword Strategy  Share File Edit View Insert Format Data Tools Extensions Help $ % 123 Roboto Custom belt buckles for firefighters   Summary[Primary] Keyword Themes[Primary] Metadata Optimizations[Supporting] Keywords[Supporting] Metadata Optimizations[Keyword Opportunities] Topics[Archived] Keyword ThemesDeprioritized Themes Custom belt buckles for firefightersTurn on screen reader support Home File Insert Page […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/custom-firefighter-belt-buckles/">Custom Belt Buckles for Firefighters</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com">Lone Star Challenge Coins</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <div data-elementor-type="wp-post" data-elementor-id="6091" class="elementor elementor-6091" data-elementor-post-type="post"> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b0b3e1c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="b0b3e1c" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-63a5f5e" data-id="63a5f5e" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-d005dc0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="d005dc0" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <p>Firefighters have long held an incredibly important purpose of protecting citizens, families, and property. They maintain a courageous commitment to serving their communities. They serve as individuals within a team, and their uniforms reflect this. Their widely recognizable uniform and turnout gear, including their coat, helmet, and custom-made belt buckles, showcase a department’s unique qualities and identities that set them apart. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7ad3728 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="7ad3728" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1dcf2a0" data-id="1dcf2a0" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-4618fa4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading" data-id="4618fa4" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="heading.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-large">Recognizing Our Heroes</h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4028e4b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="4028e4b" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1e229e0" data-id="1e229e0" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-92f60d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="92f60d9" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <p>Belt buckles, pins, challenge coins, and patches all help create a sense of camaraderie and community among the firefighters. Pins of all kinds are awarded for years of service or rank in the fire department or to recognize the history or origin of the specific fire department. Pins are typically worn not on their turnout gear but on their Class A uniform. Class A uniforms are worn during parades, ceremonies, court appearances, and firefighter funerals. </p><p>Challenge coins are given as gifts to firefighters who have completed different training opportunities and challenges. They are typically customized to represent a particular fire department or district and can be kept or traded among firefighters from other districts. These coins invoke a sense of pride and community among those who hold them dear. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-400c672 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="400c672" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-19565a9" data-id="19565a9" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-5ee98a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading" data-id="5ee98a0" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="heading.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default">Firefighter Belt Buckles: Custom Designs </h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7836d7e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="7836d7e" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fdbe3fc" data-id="fdbe3fc" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-5a2d83b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="5a2d83b" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <p>Custom firefighter belt buckles are worn to invoke a sense of community and pride, similar to coins and pins. They are inscribed with numbers, names, locations, and custom art that has meaning to a department. Belt buckles are typically worn along with their Class A uniform or everyday clothing to signify the history and pride of their home fire department and the fire department brotherhood. </p><p>The Maltese cross found on many belt buckles represents the origin of the first firefighters. The Battle of the Crusades is believed to be the first war using fire weaponry, and the Knights of St. John were the brave heroes to rescue their comrades from these fiery blazes. The cross recognizes and upholds the loyalty to save others from fire and the willingness to sacrifice oneself for that cause. Many buckles feature images of firefighting tools, including axes, ladders, hats, or hydrants. These tools are collectively called “the scramble” and signify a firefighter’s duty to be ready to go immediately. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5b2daf6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="5b2daf6" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bcf6552" data-id="bcf6552" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-e5dbd20 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading" data-id="e5dbd20" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="heading.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <h2 class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-large">Custom Colors in Firefighter Belt Buckles</h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4280e4e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="4280e4e" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-485297b" data-id="485297b" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-7a977ae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-id="7a977ae" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <p>Custom firefighter belt buckles are made of long-lasting materials that can stand up to the rigors of the job. Many are made of brass. Red represented fire and was initially used on wagons and later trucks as a bright, alerting color to the public as the vehicle sped by. Today, red is seen on many fire trucks, fire department buildings, and even fire uniforms. However, different colors can also be incorporated into custom-made belt buckles.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section data-particle_enable="false" data-particle-mobile-disabled="false" class="elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5582e91 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default" data-id="5582e91" data-element_type="section" data-e-type="section"> <div class="elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default"> <div class="elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-89bb132" data-id="89bb132" data-element_type="column" data-e-type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-e2201e7 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button" data-id="e2201e7" data-element_type="widget" data-e-type="widget" data-widget_type="button.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="elementor-button-wrapper"> <a class="elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-lg" href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/belt-buckles/"> <span class="elementor-button-content-wrapper"> <span class="elementor-button-text">Start Designing Your Custom Belt Buckle Now</span> </span> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <p>The post <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/custom-firefighter-belt-buckles/">Custom Belt Buckles for Firefighters</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com">Lone Star Challenge Coins</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Beyond Challenge Coins: Ways to Raise Morale Within Your Ranks</title> <link>https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/raise-morale/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Corbin Elliott]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2021 21:12:41 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Belt Buckle Articles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Company Blog Articles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Customer Articles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[A Co 2-5 Cavalry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Challenge Coins]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Custom Belt Buckles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Custom Coins]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Custom Patches]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Design Inspiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Lean Apache]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Raising Morale]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/?p=3720</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Strengthening Your Team’s Identity and Unity People choose to create challenge coins for many reasons, but regardless of why they are made, one thing stays constant: they endow those lucky enough to receive them with great pride. That is why they are an excellent investment for companies and team leaders. This simple object can strengthen […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/raise-morale/">Beyond Challenge Coins: Ways to Raise Morale Within Your Ranks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com">Lone Star Challenge Coins</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <h2 class="wp-block-heading alignfull">Strengthening Your Team’s Identity and Unity</h2> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow" style="flex-basis:50%"> <figure class="wp-block-image alignfull size-full"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1200" height="679" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137199051_218366476625016_9134629326877038024_n.jpg" alt="A Co, 2-5 Cavalry Saluting American Flag " class="wp-image-3726" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137199051_218366476625016_9134629326877038024_n.jpg 1200w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137199051_218366476625016_9134629326877038024_n-300x170.jpg 300w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137199051_218366476625016_9134629326877038024_n-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137199051_218366476625016_9134629326877038024_n-768x435.jpg 768w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137199051_218366476625016_9134629326877038024_n-600x340.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></figure> </div> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow" style="flex-basis:60%"> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">People choose to create challenge coins for many reasons, but regardless of why they are made, one thing stays constant: they endow those lucky enough to receive them with great pride. That is why they are an excellent investment for companies and team leaders. This simple object can strengthen teams by imbuing them with a sense of identity and unity. On an individual level, it also serves as a reminder of past accomplishments and achievements.</p> </div> </div> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Raise Morale with Custom Belt Buckles & Patches</h2> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Though best known for our challenge coins, we also manufacture belt buckles and patches. Like challenge coins, they too can be used to raise team morale. An excellent example of this can be seen in a recent project done for Sergeant First Class (SFC) William Pankake of Alpha Company, 2-5 Cavalry stationed out of Fort Hood, Texas.</p> </div> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow" style="flex-basis:40%"> <figure class="wp-block-image alignfull size-full"><img decoding="async" width="600" height="437" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/163068006_190615489231197_794827228791216975_n2.jpg" alt="SFC Pankake aboard a Bradley Tank" class="wp-image-3734" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/163068006_190615489231197_794827228791216975_n2.jpg 600w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/163068006_190615489231197_794827228791216975_n2-300x219.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></figure> </div> </div> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Co, 2-5 Cavalry 1ABCT, 1CD</h2> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="593" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/140638432_170039368230796_6079357177941559787_n-1024x593.jpg" alt="A U.S. Forces Bradley Tank in Romania" class="wp-image-3732" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/140638432_170039368230796_6079357177941559787_n-1024x593.jpg 1024w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/140638432_170039368230796_6079357177941559787_n-300x174.jpg 300w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/140638432_170039368230796_6079357177941559787_n-768x445.jpg 768w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/140638432_170039368230796_6079357177941559787_n-600x348.jpg 600w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/140638432_170039368230796_6079357177941559787_n.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> </div> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Also known as Lean Apache, this small Bradley mechanized platoon is part of a cavalry unit created in 1855. Before the Civil War, it fought under the command of Robert E. Lee and fought in a total of 13 Indian campaigns: World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and the Iraq War. Currently, they support our European Allies in Romania along the Black Sea. The name Lean Apache also has a bit of fascinating history behind it. Back in Vietnam, there were two Alpha Companies in the battalion, A Co 1-7 and A Co 2-5. To differentiate themselves, they adopted the nickname “Lean” after their tall and skinny commander.</p> </div> </div> <figure class="wp-block-image alignfull size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1200" height="681" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137341722_859807441507235_7569670054166328473_n.jpg" alt="SFC William Pankake with his platoon during field training exercises" class="wp-image-3724" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137341722_859807441507235_7569670054166328473_n.jpg 1200w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137341722_859807441507235_7569670054166328473_n-300x170.jpg 300w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137341722_859807441507235_7569670054166328473_n-1024x581.jpg 1024w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137341722_859807441507235_7569670054166328473_n-768x436.jpg 768w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/137341722_859807441507235_7569670054166328473_n-600x341.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">SFC William Pankake with his platoon during field training exercises</figcaption></figure> <div class="wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow" style="flex-basis:100%"> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Their Source of Inspiration: Ownership & Pride</h2> <p class="has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph">In 2020 ,before their deployment to Romania, SFC William Pankake was placed in command as platoon sergeant. It has since been his goal to strengthen the platoon in every way possible, and when asked why he decided to have his belt buckles made he replied with this:<br><br>“There are a few foundation principles every human needs to strive. The main two are a sense of ownership and pride. Belt buckles are a way to create that in an organization. Everyone wants to be known. When you attach that mentality to an abstract object, it further serves to amplify those principles.”</p> </div> </div> <div class="wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-style-default"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="700" height="700" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Belt-Buckle.jpg" alt="Custom 3D Belt Buckle to raise morale" class="wp-image-3730" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Belt-Buckle.jpg 700w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Belt-Buckle-300x300.jpg 300w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Belt-Buckle-150x150.jpg 150w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Belt-Buckle-600x600.jpg 600w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Belt-Buckle-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Their Belt Buckle Design</h2> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Belt Buckle design was created with an antique silver finish. That particular finish was chosen because of the buckle’s 3D logo. The darker antique recessed areas help better define the 3D relief. The red and white banners feature the red/white colors of the cavalry banner and list the company name and the platoon’s nickname, the “Hell Raisers.”</p> </div> <div class="wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-style-default"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="700" height="700" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PVC-Patch.jpg" alt="Custom PVC Patch to raise morale" class="wp-image-3731" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PVC-Patch.jpg 700w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PVC-Patch-300x300.jpg 300w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PVC-Patch-150x150.jpg 150w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PVC-Patch-600x600.jpg 600w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PVC-Patch-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></figure> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Their PVC Patch Design</h2> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Since the belt buckles can’t be worn in combat and training exercises, SFC William Pankake got PVC patches as they can be sewn onto the sleeves of his platoon members’ uniforms. PVC patches are a fantastic option as they are both durable and appealing. Because they are made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) material, they have a rubbery feel and can be made to have a low-profile 3D effect. The company logo on their patch has a 3D relief similar to their belt buckle design. One cool feature of this design is that the white PVC glows in the dark!</p> </div> </div> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-style-default"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="700" height="443" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162713669_451474292806798_3175378004431856974_n.jpg" alt="Bradley Tanks Mobilizing in a Romanian Field" class="wp-image-3740" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162713669_451474292806798_3175378004431856974_n.jpg 700w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162713669_451474292806798_3175378004431856974_n-300x190.jpg 300w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162713669_451474292806798_3175378004431856974_n-600x380.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></figure> <div class="wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow" style="flex-basis:100%"> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mission Accomplished!</h2> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">When asked how his platoon members liked the custom belt buckles and patches, SFC William Pankake replied, “The guys love them! I have a feeling you will have orders coming from the other companies soon, as they were all extremely impressed with them.”. We love getting this kind of feedback from our customers as it is always our goal to make the very best custom products. We take pride in our work and in knowing that those who receive our products also take pride in them.</p> </div> </div> <div class="wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow" style="flex-basis:40%"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="624" height="1024" src="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162799771_440368753706324_1347631049816022826_n2-624x1024.jpg" alt="Soldiers from Lean Apache" class="wp-image-3746" srcset="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162799771_440368753706324_1347631049816022826_n2-624x1024.jpg 624w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162799771_440368753706324_1347631049816022826_n2-183x300.jpg 183w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162799771_440368753706324_1347631049816022826_n2-600x985.jpg 600w, https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/162799771_440368753706324_1347631049816022826_n2.jpg 639w" sizes="(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px" /></figure> </div> <div class="wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tell Us About Your Experience…</h2> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">We always love getting feedback from our customers as we can use it to gauge whether we’re meeting expectations, and what we can do to improve and better meet the needs of our customers. We asked SFC William Pankake if he had ever made custom products in the past and how we compared to other past experiences. This was his reply:<br><br>“I have created company coins from a different source in the past, but by far this was the easiest and best interaction I have had to date. Lone Star Challenge Coins was extremely quick, easy to use, and provided great art designs for what little I supplied. Also, the company is very customer service orientated. I’m sticking with them for all my future needs.”</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">In Conclusion</h2> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Improving morale is important for any team leader. Whether you’re a platoon sergeant or a corporate team lead, you can use custom products to improve morale by creating a sense of pride and unity. All people take pride in their team and the work they do together, so celebrate it with a custom challenge coin, belt buckle or patch. It will serve as a constant reminder to those on your team of past accomplishments and achievements, as well as the appreciation you have for their hard work and dedication.</p> </div> </div> <p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p> <p>The post <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com/blog/raise-morale/">Beyond Challenge Coins: Ways to Raise Morale Within Your Ranks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lonestarchallengecoins.com">Lone Star Challenge Coins</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>